The altar was built from scratch from local wood. We wrapped it in white tulle and used inexpensive white paper lanterns and palm fronds lining the aisle to help accentuate the natural setting. (Here you can see it hours before the ceremony.)

The ring bearer actually carried the wedding rings on a starfish "ring pillow". (Starfish were part of the wedding theme as they appeared on the invitation and the groom, Luke, wore a starfish boutonniere).

The centerpieces were handmade by me and my mom. We filled glass vases with sand from the beach (free!) and packages of shells purchased online. Then we placed candles in the middle and voila—instant lighting! The only other "props" used on the tables were giant pieces of drift wood.